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Sun Times in Stockholm
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Stockholm?
Sunrise in Stockholm on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:02 AM (Europe/Stockholm). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Stockholm?
Sunset in Stockholm on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:40 PM (Europe/Stockholm). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Stockholm?
Morning golden hour in Stockholm ends at 6:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Stockholm?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Stockholm there are 15 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Stockholm?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Stockholm at 12:52 PM (Europe/Stockholm). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Stockholm?
In Stockholm, sunset is at 8:40 PM and civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM (Europe/Stockholm). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness (astronomical dusk) — a faint twilight glow lingers all night.
How long does twilight last in Stockholm?
At this time of year, twilight in Stockholm lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Stockholm?
The earliest sunrise in Stockholm in 2026 is at 3:30 AM on June 16 (Europe/Stockholm). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Stockholm?
The latest sunset in Stockholm in 2026 is at 10:08 PM on June 21 (Europe/Stockholm). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Stockholm?
After sunset at 8:40 PM in Stockholm, civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM — about 50 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. At this time of year the sky never becomes fully dark: astronomical twilight lasts until morning.
What these times mean
Solar times in Stockholm shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Stockholm
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Stockholm on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:30 AM | 3:24 PM | 6h 54m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 17m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 45m |
| April | 5:33 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 30m |
| May | 4:15 AM | 9:14 PM | 17h 00m |
| June | 3:31 AM | 10:05 PM | 18h 34m |
| July | 3:57 AM | 9:48 PM | 17h 52m |
| August | 5:04 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 33m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 53m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 15m |
| November | 7:41 AM | 3:22 PM | 7h 41m |
| December | 8:38 AM | 2:46 PM | 6h 08m |